MX vs ATV Unleashed: On the Edge

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First details and screens! Plus, we shoot off a bunch of questions to the game's developer.

By Juan Castro

THQ just announced that it's bringing off-road racing to the PSP with MX vs. ATV Unleashed: On the Edge for the PSP. One the Edge features various vehicles, tracks, racing modes, and mini-games, all powered by franchise's Rhythm Racing physics engine. You'll also be able to test your speed skills with multiplayer for up to four racers over wireless Ad-Hoc.

To get the lowdown on the game, we fired off a few questions to Rob Baumsteiger, Senior Producer at at Rainbow Studios, the game's developer.

So head down below for the latest details. And don't forget to hit up the media page to see first screens of the game!

IGN: What's the skinny on MX vs. ATV Unleashed: On the Edge?

Baumsteiger:MX vs. ATV Unleashed: On the Edge is the new PSP version of our hit Unleashed franchise. With the ability to play with your friends on wireless through Ad Hoc Wi-Fi you'll now be able to take the defining off-road racing game on the road, allowing you to challenge any off-road vehicle wherever and whenever you want. We bring everything from the PS2 version of the game into the handheld market. Plus you get new game modes as well as all-new vehicles.

IGN: So what can players expect in terms of multiplayer? Will there be infrastructure mode?

Baumsteiger: While there won't be infrastructure mode 4 players at a time will be able to connect and play thru Ad Hoc Wi-Fi. The game-play for a PSP racing title will be second-to-none.

IGN: Are there any plans for downloadable content such as custom tracks?

Baumsteiger: At this point there aren't plans for downloadable content when the game is released.

IGN: In addition to wireless multiplayer, will the game feature PSP exclusive modes or challenges?

Baumsteiger: Yes. We have added the Big Air Challenge game mode and have also created a handheld friendly unlocking scheme where unlockables will be more readily available throughout the game. When you win races you will continuously be unlocking stuff. In addition to this we have all-new vehicles for the game.

IGN: Is there one particular area that's been greatly improved upon since the last game?

Baumsteiger: I wouldn't necessarily say there is one particular are that has improved more that another but that the overall game has many improvements. We're really looking forward to bringing the game-play fans love in Unleashed franchise game to a handheld system as accessible as the PSP. Being able to have play you're favorite racing game on your PSP and compete against other players via multiplayer is awesome. That's what we're giving racing fans.

IGN: What do you expect players will enjoy most?

Baumsteiger: Being able to take their favorite franchise on the road with them without having to sacrifice the quality and game play they have come to know and love is without a doubt the thing we're looking forward to most.